Following in the style parody ofWandaVision,Agatha All Alonghas entered theMarvel Cinematic Universewith an extended sequence titledAgnes of Westview.The show is a clear parody of crime dramas and shows Agatha going around Westview, investigating a murder.AfterWandaVisionsuccessfully jumped to a different era with each episode, it made sense that its successor would attempt to do the same, especially while Agatha was still under Wanda’s spell.Agatha All Alongepisode 1does this effectively, crafting a memorable sequence.
Unfortunately, it does not appear that style parodies will be as inherent to the structure of the show as they were inWandaVision.Agatha All Alongwears its referenceson its sleeve,although future sequences likeAgnes of Westvieware less likely to appear in the future of the show.Still, with the series showrunner beingWandaVisioncreator Jac Schaeffer, additional connections in style and substance may likely be present inAgatha All Along, which is seen as a partial sequel toWandaVision.
What Agnes Of Westview Is A Parody Of Explained
The Sequence Parodies Multiple Crime Dramas
Like most of theWandaVisionparodies,most of theAgnes of Westviewsequence is primarily a parody of one series inMare of Easttown.The setting and feel of the shows align, and Kathryn Hahn even uses an elaborate accent that plays off the voice Kate Winslet used in the show. That series saw the investigation of a murder in a small town, and the beginning ofAgatha All Alongfollows that path with Wanda looking into a dead body by the creek.
Other crime series that have influenced the look and feel of this sequence includeTrue DetectiveandThe Killing, though its clear the show was no doubt also inspired by crime dramas from throughout the years.The sequence is given the gloss of HBO production, with the dark, intense, and somber reflection that comes with it.Agnes of Westviewis such an effective parody, it sometimes begins to blur together, and for a moment the audience may believe they are simply watching another crime drama.
Why Did Marvel Use Character Names In The Agnes Of Westview Opening?
Agatha Is Called Agnes In The Series Premiere
Like much ofWandaVisionbeforeAgatha, the entireAgnes of Westviewsequence is a delusion. Inside of this delusion, Agatha has played the character of Agnes, and this does not stop here.Because what is happening is not entirely real, but is instead linked with a parody of HBO-style television, Agatha and the characters around her are playing roles in a show. Robbed of much of her agency, Agatha has little choice but to go along as Agnes once again.
However, this ends shortly after. The Hex is lifted from Agatha, and she is able to be herself once again. While this is fortunate for the character, it also does likely mean thatadditional sequences likeAgnes of Westvieware unlikely to occur in the series' future.With her agency returned to the protagonist, and with her now being Agatha rather than Agnes, the fun parodies of television shows that madeWandaVisionso effective seem to be concluded for the sequel spinoff.
“Based On The Danish Series WandaVisdysen” Explained
The Title Card Calls To Mind Other Nordic Adaptations
Nordic Noir has become a popular genre in recent years. Shows likeThe Killingwere made in Denmark before finding great popularity in American remakes, andbooks and films from the genre, includingThe Girl With The Dragon Tattooand the Harry Hole series by Jo Nesbo, have found success in the West. These films and novels all have a distinct, dark tone tone that shares much in common with the feel ofAgnes of Westviewthat appears inAgatha All Along.
Claiming thatAgnes of Westviewis based on a Danish seriesWandaVisdysenis simply a joke about adaptation and the style that the series is parodying in this sequence.Many popular dark crime dramas have been remade for American audiences while preserving the feel and tone of their Nordic sources, andAgnes of Westviewfollows the feel of this kind of genre show.
How Much Of Agnes Of Westview Was Real?
Little Of The Series Parody Likely Actually Occurred
In all likelihood, very little ofAgnes of Westviewwas real. Some of it certainly was, as there were references to conversations Agatha had with the townsfolk. In addition to this,she did also take in Teen during this time.However, beyond this, it seems little of how things occurred in Agatha’s head actually occurred. After all, she certainly does not have Wanda’s body stored in her own morgue for herself to review, and the sequence seemed to have played out mostly in her head.
Most cues seem to suggest that Agatha’s delusion took place inside of her own house, though it’s not clear where exactly that delusion ended, and what aspects of it were drawing from real life. Given Agatha was supposed in this state for three years, it will be interesting to see if the series further explores the time she spent in her warped sense of reality, though her neighbors' reference to her having had a true crime inspired phase suggests theAgnes of Westviewperiod was a relatively new one.
All 14 Witches In Agatha All Along Explained
Agatha All Along centers on the titular character’s new coven of witches; here is each one of them explained, including their Marvel Comics links.
The future of Agatha in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is up in the air.It remains to be seen if the character can retrieve her powers through her quest down the Witches' Road. However, whatever occurs will likely have some larger impacts on the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The series is unlikely to show any more sequences likeAgnes of Westview, but fortunately, the sequence was very strong. HopefullyAgatha All Alongcontinues with those strengths even as it takes the story in new directions.
Agatha All Along
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Agatha Harkness, after the events of “WandaVision,” seeks to regain her magical powers. Joining forces with unexpected allies, including the son of an old adversary, she battles new mystical threats while uncovering hidden secrets in the magical realm.
